If the fridge breaks down overnight, should all the food be thrown away?

If the duration of the fridge outage overnight is unknown and you cannot verify that the food temperature has remained below 8°C using a probe thermometer, it is safer to discard all the food and record it as waste. However, if the temperature checks confirm the food is below 8°C, you can safely transfer it to another working fridge. This approach prevents unnecessary waste while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

How should a fridge breakdown be properly documented?

To properly document a fridge breakdown, use Pilla to find the next fridge temperature check task scheduled for the affected unit and highlight it as an issue. Detailed comments should include the temperatures recorded, a list of discarded and saved food, and the alternative fridge used for relocating the food. Ensure to tag relevant colleagues to keep everyone informed about the breakdown and subsequent actions taken. This structured method of documentation helps with compliance and provides all team members with consistent, accurate information.

If the fridge breaks down overnight, do we have to throw everything away?